Retro-Link Wired N64 Style USB Controller for PC & Mac, Black
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- USB enabled: Use on any PC/Mac with USB port
- 10 function buttons
- Precise 3D - Analog Stick
- Approximately 6ft. cable
- Relive the classic N64 experience with today's games
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ASIN | B00MYBLBMY |
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Release date | August 18, 2015 |
Customer Reviews |
3.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #136,957 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #446 in Mac Game Controllers #4,512 in PC Game Controllers |
Product Dimensions | 5.91 x 4.92 x 2.36 inches; 9.76 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Everyone |
Item model number | RB-N64-861 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 9.8 ounces |
Manufacturer | Retro-Link |
Date First Available | August 28, 2014 |
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Product Description
Relive the N64 days through the USB enabled Classic Controller by Retro Link! Modeled after the original design, the controller features 10 function buttons (including Left and Right shoulder functions and Z-trigger). Get precise action commands with the analog control stick, while enjoying the classic game feel with the legendary D-Pad. Plug the Retro Link Classic Controller into any PC or Mac via the USB port and begin to play the traditional way!
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Customers find the controller works well with N64 emulated games and appreciate its feel, with one noting it's solid in their hands. The buttons receive mixed feedback, with several customers reporting incorrect mapping and responsiveness issues. The controller is lightweight, and while some customers praise its quality, others find it cheaply made.
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Customers find that the controller works well, with one customer noting it works with every N64 emulated game, and another mentioning it operates seamlessly with Windows.
"Works great in retropie/emulationstation on my pi 3...." Read more
"...It worked great with a pi 3, but you may need to write custom config files if you are running the mupen64 variant - the default values are not..." Read more
"It works just fine, I've used it on a couple games. I use Project64 for emulation...." Read more
"...on my MacBook, I was impressed to find that it is indeed a functioning analog stick!..." Read more
Customers like the controller's feel, with one noting it's smooth and another mentioning it's solid in their hands.
"...Bottom line, this thing looks, feels and plays just the way I remember" Read more
"...The controller feels authentic and good. The buttons press nice and the analog stick feels good...." Read more
"...All the buttons work well, and it feels very smooth and great quality." Read more
"...but it's still functional and feels solid in my hands...." Read more
Customers praise the controller's emulation capabilities, with one mentioning it's the best for N64 emulation.
"...hard to find due to demand but these are hands down the best controllers for n64 emulation and works perfectly with my Retro64 from Southbay..." Read more
"Awesome controller. Buttons need a little breaking in at first but other then that, great product." Read more
"Best N64 controller on amazon right now - I have ......" Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the controller's value for money, with some praising its great quality while others find it cheap.
"Worth the money. I am happy with this controller. I ordered the controller and then looked at reviews...." Read more
"...3 other manufacturers version of this controller, and they were very poorly made...." Read more
"...All the buttons work well, and it feels very smooth and great quality." Read more
"...Did it's intended purpose but just feels flimsy and cheap. Nothing like the original N64 control" Read more
Customers report issues with button accuracy, noting that they are mapped incorrectly and don't respond like the original controller.
"...The buttons don't feel like the original controller when you press them. None of these three issues bother me much...." Read more
"...Buttons defective like pressing in turbo mode or the button does not respond at all. It's usually one of these 2 problems...." Read more
"...Are you kidding? The buttons and joystick all work great, so if you don't mind the fact that you're being charged full price for a..." Read more
"Had a cheap plasticky light weight feel too it. Buttons often felt a little too sensitive on the feedback...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the controller's weight, with some finding it super lightweight, while one customer describes it as having a cheap plasticky feel.
"...The controller is lighter than an original N64 controller and it lacks the actual connector in the slot for a memory card or rumble pack...." Read more
"Had a cheap plasticky light weight feel too it. Buttons often felt a little too sensitive on the feedback...." Read more
"...four stars due to its light weight build and no Rumble other than that looks to be okay buy so far Make sure it is the Retro-Link one As that the..." Read more
"...Plug and played into my PC and Raspberry Pi 3. A little lighter than the originals but a great reproduction." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2017Works great in retropie/emulationstation on my pi 3. Starfox felt just like I remembered, minus the rumble, but who am I kidding, my parents never bought me the rumble pak, so I reiterate, JUST like I remember.
I'm not sure whether to be impressed that they still added the slot for the expansion paks or not. I mean I suppose they wanted to recreate the feel of the controller exactly, but they even added the spring latch that holds the paks (that's how nintendo spelled it btw) in. Why bother? there's no connector up there, seems like added manufacturing cost for nothing. I'm not complaining, just seriously curious.
Bottom line, this thing looks, feels and plays just the way I remember
- Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2017Best N64 controller on amazon right now - I have had the "pleasure" of testing 3 other manufacturers version of this controller, and they were very poorly made.
If you need the ability to play the joystick heavy games (starfox, mario kart, or any of the rare engine titles), then this is the correct hardware for you. It worked great with a pi 3, but you may need to write custom config files if you are running the mupen64 variant - the default values are not correctly listed on the site.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2017It works just fine, I've used it on a couple games. I use Project64 for emulation.
Number one issue is that this controller was described as New, but it has scratches/stains on it. I had this exact issue but worse with another controller from Retrolink, their Sega Saturn that I bought at the same time as this. The sticker was even peeling off the back of the sega saturn controller from them. Are you kidding?
The buttons and joystick all work great, so if you don't mind the fact that you're being charged full price for a controller that looks bad, go ahead.
I won't be buying Retrolink again. Two bad experiences in one purchase.
2.0 out of 5 starsIt works just fine, I've used it on a couple games. I use Project64 for emulation.Described as New. Instead, it's scratched and stained.
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2017
Number one issue is that this controller was described as New, but it has scratches/stains on it. I had this exact issue but worse with another controller from Retrolink, their Sega Saturn that I bought at the same time as this. The sticker was even peeling off the back of the sega saturn controller from them. Are you kidding?
The buttons and joystick all work great, so if you don't mind the fact that you're being charged full price for a controller that looks bad, go ahead.
I won't be buying Retrolink again. Two bad experiences in one purchase.
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- Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2016Worth the money. I am happy with this controller. I ordered the controller and then looked at reviews. Someone said that the analog stick is too touchy, probably meaning it's not a true analog stick. I was worried but when I used it to play Super Mario 64 on an emulator on my MacBook, I was impressed to find that it is indeed a functioning analog stick! The controller is lighter than an original N64 controller and it lacks the actual connector in the slot for a memory card or rumble pack. The buttons don't feel like the original controller when you press them. None of these three issues bother me much. I'm just happy the controls function like the original.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2017Looks like on the reviews that it is a hit or miss with this controller. If you are lucky and got a controller that was made by someone with half a brain then you got your self a nice controller. The controller feels authentic and good. The buttons press nice and the analog stick feels good.
But if you are one the unlucky ones like me, you will most likely have this problem.
- Buttons are mapped incorrectly. (my controller Left was Right, and my Right was Left)
- Buttons defective like pressing in turbo mode or the button does not respond at all.
It's usually one of these 2 problems. What I hate about Amazon, is that when someone returns a defective product they package it back up and resell it to someone else. My controller looked "used" as if someone other than me touched it. And I saw someone on here not to long ago with the exact same problem as me. They really need to inspect these controllers and make sure they work before you send them out.
- Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2017Had a cheap plasticky light weight feel too it. Buttons often felt a little too sensitive on the feedback. Did it's intended purpose but just feels flimsy and cheap. Nothing like the original N64 control
- Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2018It works perfectly with programs like Sixty Force! All the buttons work well, and it feels very smooth and great quality.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2017These are sometimes hard to find due to demand but these are hands down the best controllers for n64 emulation and works perfectly with my Retro64 from Southbay Electronics, running retropie on a raspberry pi 3.
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Jesus Andres Morales RamosReviewed in Mexico on October 21, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Me encanto, muy buen control
En mi opinion, uno de los mejores controles para jugar en PC. Responde muy bien, el peso de este es adecuado, los botones se sienten decentes al presionarlos y el joystick tiene mas direcciones de movimiento que un control original de N64. Lo mejor es que no ocupe instalar ningun driver adicional para poder utilizarlo en mi PC.
- JamesReviewed in Canada on May 6, 2019
5.0 out of 5 stars Does NOT work properly with RetroPie!
Not the product’s fault, but it doesn’t seem to function properly with Retropie/ Raspberry Pi devices.
Works well on Macs!
- ShuffleReviewed in the United Kingdom on August 26, 2016
1.0 out of 5 stars Broken on arrival.
Product was broken on arrival. The analogue thumbstick only registered half-movement on the whole right side, this led to games such as Mario64 having Mario just tip-toe every time he moved to the right. Pretty much unusable. Gamewizard UK also had terrible returns policies, so I'm stuck with a £12 controller I can't use. Being broken out of the box isn't a good start and I'd suggest if you insist on buying this, buy it from someone with a solid returns policy.
- IsaiahReviewed in Canada on December 18, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome controller!
Just as you would expect, a solid N64 controller that plugs in to your computer. Bought this a few years ago to play my N64 emulator on my laptop and it's still working great to this day. Definitely worth the buy.
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TwilightDXReviewed in Mexico on August 1, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto
Es simplemente la experiencia con este control es similar al original, Plug n' Play y listo, es una experiencia de juego única, a decir verdad, me sorprendio la compatibilidad con programas como Retroarch y funciona perfectamente.